Excavator Operators - Sino Iron Mine
About the Company
National Group is a leading mining services company, supplying heavy earthmoving equipment and expert personnel to some of Australia’s largest mining operations. We pride ourselves on strong client partnerships and our commitment to safety, reliability, and our people.
About the Role
We are seeking experienced operators to support Tailings
Storage Facility (TSF) construction works at Sino Iron.
These are hands-on roles working on embankment construction, lift raising,
material placement and haulage, within a controlled, safety-critical civil
environment. Operators will play a key role in delivering compliant, engineered
TSF outcomes in line with design and QA requirements.
Position
Hitachi 3600 & 5600 Excavator Operators – $75.00 p/h
Key Responsibilities
- Excavation and loading of material for TSF embankment construction
- Ensuring appropriate material selection and fragmentation for placement
- Supporting cut-to-fill operations and embankment development
- Working closely with haul and dozer crews to achieve lift construction targets
- Conducting pre-start inspections and reporting defects
- Operating in line with TSF methodology, QA requirements and hold points
Requirements
- Proven experience operating Hitachi 3600 and/or 5600 excavators (or similar large mining excavators)
- Previous experience in a mining or civil construction environment
- Construction Induction (White Card)
- Ability to complete a mask fit test
- Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
- Good communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience working on TSFs, dams, or large-scale civil earthworks (highly regarded)
- Understanding of engineered fill placement and QA/QC environments (desirable)
Roster and Conditions
- 2:1 rotating day/night roster
- Flights provided ex-Perth
- Early to mid-May start
Why Join National Group?
- Competitive hourly rate
- Consistent roster with excellent earning potential
- Supportive, team-focused culture
- Long-term project with a reputable mining client
- Ongoing career development opportunities
